Lead Educator
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Early childhood
Closing date
18 September 2026
About Sheldon College
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
199.1
109.4 teaching · 89.7 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,481
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
44%
Girls vs boys
706 girls · 775 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
- Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 & 2026
- Excellent resources and collaborative team
- Comprehensive wellbeing and family-friendly benefits
The Role
We are currently seeking a Lead Educator to assist in implementing a care program catering to the individual needs of each child within a group setting.
Primary duties include supervising and interacting with the children, setting up activities, and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all at our ELC facilities.
This role includes a strong responsibility for child safety and wellbeing, ensuring all practices align with legislative requirements and the College’s Child Safety and Wellbeing framework.
Full-time position for immediate start
Why work at Sheldon College?
Sheldon College has proudly been named an Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 & 2026 - a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive, rewarding, and dynamic workplace. We believe that People Make the Difference, and we invest in our staff through industry-leading benefits that promote Financial, Health and Wellbeing, Social, Family, and Professional Growth.
Our leading, comprehensive benefits include:
- Above Award remuneration.
- Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Co-Contribution.
- College-paid Parental Leave.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families.
- Corporate discounts including Health Insurance, Gym and Optometry.
- Employee fee discounts at our Early Learning Centre and Prep–12 College.
- Staff Wellness Program and Staff Wellness Committee.
- Paid Staff Pop Up Health clinics on site every Term including Massage, Skin Checks, Flu Vacc and…